1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 512 BB | Indy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4719 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
